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# DescriptionGMD Ground Systems Principal Engineer

- **Company:** RECORE TECHNOLOGIES
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Bioinformatics, Microsoft Outlook, Cyber Security, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Requirements Analysis
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/701e2dd5-842e-4ab9-ac45-9f2319a82d7d/gmd-ground-systems-principal-engineer

## About the Role

to identify and resolve any issues related to changes in Missile Defense System (MDS) system requirements. Translate MDS Core Standards, Mission Assurance Plan, Parts, Materials, Processes Procedures, Cybersecurity, and other agency objectives and processes into GSS requirements. Review GSS contractor's decomposition of requirements into the Prime Item Development Specifications and verification products, which includes coordination of GSS Contractor verification products in combination with government assessment activities.Required Qualifications:Master's Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline is required.Minimum of 12 years direct experience in complex system of systems or missile defense system engineering is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and DOORS is required. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are required.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.Preferred
Qualifications:MDA experince desiredClearance: U.S. Citizenship and an active Secret or Top Secret Clearance is requiredKODA Technologies Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact info@kodatech.com to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

## Description

Responsibilities:Participate in the development, management, and planning for current and future capabilities as it relates to requirements for Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Ground Support Systems (GSS) missile field silos and interfaces.Review proposed requirement changes in higher-level specifications for impacts to GSS baseline. Review peer/counterpart deliverables, drawings, models, and specifications for consistency with GSS baseline. Coordinate with GMD Warfighter, Ground Based Interceptor, Next Generation Interceptor, and GSS Subject Matter Experts to identify and develop new or modified requirements and assist in incorporating changes into the GMD System Engineering & Integration flow down of requirements.Develop inputs to a cost estimate and analyze schedule impacts of new or modified requirements.Package technical, cost, and schedule impacts to advocate acceptance or rejection of the new or modified requirements. Coordinate with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Stakeholders


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